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Cincinnati Turkey Chili
By amybites
(4 servings) 570 calories, 10g fat, protein 47g, carb 83g, 19g fiber, cholesterol 50mg, 480mg sodium
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 2 green bell peppers, diced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened natural cocoa
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- One 15-oz. can no-salt-added tomato sauce
- One 14.5-oz. can no-salt-added diced tomatoes with their juices
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon unsulfured molasses
- 1 bay leaf
- 8 oz. whole grain spaghetti, cooked
- 1 cup canned kidney beans, preferably low-sodium, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup grated, lightly packed extra-sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 teaspoon finely diced red onion
Horseradish, Cheddar, and Caramelized Onion-Stuffed Burgers
By amybites
410 calories, 21g fat, 31g protein, 27g carb, fiber 4g, cholesterol 90mg, 500mg sodium
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced into half moons
- 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean or higher)
- 2 teaspoons prepared white horseradish, drained of excess liquid
- 1/2 cup lightly packed shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese (2 oz.)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground back pepper
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 4 whole wheat hamburger buns
Skillet Mac and Cheese
By amybites
360 calories, 14g fat, 20g protein, 40g carb, 5g fiber, cholesterol 40 mg, 540mg sodium
- 2 cups 1-inch-wide cauliflower florets
- 1 1/4 cups bread crumbs
- 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 cups cold low-fat milk
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese (5 oz.)
- 1/4 cup shredded gruyere cheese (1 oz.)
- 2 teaspoons mustard powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 6 oz. whole-grain elbow macaroni, cooked for 3 minutes less than the package directions
- Nonstick cooking spray
Fettuccine Alfredo with Bacon & Broccoli
By amybites
1) Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, omitting salt and fat
- 8 oz. whole wheat fettuccine (or pasta of your choice)
- 2 slices center-cut or low-sodium bacon, sliced in 1″ pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, minced (about 3 tablespoons)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup 1% low-fat milk
- 2/3 cup (about 2 1/2 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Scones
By amybites
Preheat the oven to 400ºF
- 2 cups flour
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3 oz. (3/4 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg, separated
- 1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
- 6 oz. semisweet or milk chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar
Smoked Paprika Potato Chips
By amybites
120 cal, 2.5g fat, 3g protein, 23g carb, 2g fiber, sodium 200mg
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 2 large russet potatoes (about 1.25 pounds total), unpeeled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons sweet Spanish smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Roasted Garlic & Spinach White Pizza
By amybites
FOR PIZZA Preheat oven to 425ºF
- FOR PIZZA
- 4-6 cloves roasted garlic, recipe follows
- 3/4 lb. pizza dough, recipe follows*
- 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
- 6 oz. part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup asiago cheese, shredded
- 3/4 cup thawed & drained frozen spinach**
- Salt, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
- Olive oil and chopped parsley for topping, optional
- FOR CRUST
- Recipe from Cuisinart
- Makes (2) 3/4-lb. pizza crusts
- 1 cup water, at 80º-90ºF
- 3/4 teaspoon honey or sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 2/3 cups bread flour
- 9 tablespoons whole wheat flour
- 1 3/4 teaspoons yeast (active dry, instant, or bread machine)
Buttered Popcorn Chocolate Chip Cookies
By amybites
Preheat oven to 350ºF and line three baking sheets with parchment paper
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 7 to 8 cups popped butter-flavored 94% fat-free popcorn (or 2 single-serve packs)
- 1/2 cup bittersweet or dark chocolate chips
- Coarse sea salt, such as Maldon, for sprinkling
Tomato Tortellini Soup
By amybites
Heat 2 Tablespoons of the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 onion, minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 (28-oz.) cans diced San Marzano style tomatoes with basil
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed, torn into 1-inch pieces
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper
- 1 (9-oz.) package fresh cheese tortellini, such as Buitoni
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Poppyseed Pound Cake with Brown Butter Glaze
By amybites
For the filling: In a medium saucepan over low heat, stir together sugar and milk
- For the poppy seed filling:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup poppy seeds
- 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 4 graham crackers)
- For the poppy seed pound cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz. (2 sticks) butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 packed dark brown sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated orange zest (about 2 oranges)
- For the brown butter glaze:
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 2 oz. (1/2 stick) butter, cubed
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (1/2 orange)
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon orange juice